Sam Chui
Lufthansa Group to Buy Up to 100 B737 MAX + 100 A220/A320s
Lufthansa Group has ordered up to 200 narrowbody aircraft including firm orders for 40 Airbus A220s and 40 Boeing 737 MAX 8 jets, with options for an additional 120 aircraft. Scheduled for deliveries from 2026 until 2032, this deal is valued at $9 billion at list prices, even though airlines...
Sam Chui
CEO Talks: An Update from Scandinavian Airlines on Alliance and Fleet
There are quite some changes we can see at Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) during these times. With a new investor consortium around Air France-KLM, SAS is planning to leave the Star Alliance in favor of SkyTeam. I had a chat with Scandinavian Airlines President & CEO Anko van der Werff during...
Sam Chui
Turkish Airlines Offers 30% off Award Ticket in All Cabins
Note: These are time-sensitive deals, therefore, promotional award tickets are subject to availability due to limited seat capacity. Turkish Airlines Miles & Smiles year-end redemption sale is currently offering a 30% Miles discount on select award tickets in all cabins. This promotion applies for travel to or from 150 cities,...
Sam Chui
Qantas Takes Delivery of First A220 with Four Stops Enroute
Qantas has taken delivery of its first Airbus A220, becoming the 20th operator of the type. The first A220 is currently en route to its new home operating a four-leg ferry flight from Montreal Mirabel to Sydney, with stops in Vancouver, Honolulu and Nadi. The A220-300 with registration VH-X4A is...
Sam Chui
GeminiJets Airplane Models – November 2023 New Release + Discounts
I have been collecting GeminiJets since they launched 20 years ago! During depressing times, I have found that model collecting can really take away some of the stress! Special Offer This is a sponsored post to showcase the latest GeminiJets airplane model releases. Hope you find something you like. To purchase GeminiJets, go to DiecastJets.com and...
Sam Chui
Turkish Airlines Orders 220 Airbus Aircraft
Türkiye’s national carrier, Turkish Airlines, will expand its fleet with an order for 220 Airbus aircraft, made up of 150 Airbus A321s and 70 A350 widebody aircraft (50 A350-900s, 15 A350-1000s and 5 A350F freighters). This follows two orders from the airline for 10 A350-900s in September and four A350-900s...
Sam Chui
Transatlantic First Class Deals: Europe To USA From $2,929
Note: These are time-sensitive deals, therefore, fares can be sold out fast. British Airways and Star Alliance carriers are once again back with First Class sale which will be great for those who have plans to cross the Atlantic on First Class cabin. British Airways and American Airlines are potentially...
Sam Chui
Photo Report: Japan Airlines A350-1000 Cabin Revealed
Japan Airlines took their first A350-1000 delivery today from Airbus at Toulouse. They have a total of 13 A350-1000 on order to replace the B777-300/ER fleet. I toured Japan Airlines' new flagship aircraft. Here are the pictures from 4 distinct cabin: Japan Airlines A350-1000 First Class Suite The new seating arrangement features...
Sam Chui
Photo Report: World’s First Louis Vuitton Airport Lounge
The world's first-ever Louis Vuitton Lounge by Yannick Alléno has opened in Doha; Hamad International Airport. It brings an exquisite fusion of luxury gastronomy and French savoir-faire. Who can access the Louis Vuitton Lounge? Currently, access is exclusively for Qatar Airways Privilege Club Gold and Platinum members. In addition, guests...
Sam Chui
Alaska Air Group to Acquire Hawaiian Airlines
Alaska Airlines has announced that it plans to acquire Hawaiian Airlines in a deal valued at $1.9 billion, paving the way for the formation of the fifth-largest U.S. carrier. This move would grant Alaska Airlines control of over 50% of the Hawaii flights market. Additionally, Hawaiian Airlines is expected to...
Sam Chui
Gravel Kits: Boeing 737 Dirt Runway Operation
Gravel kits are required when traveling to isolated towns or villages in places like Alaska and Northern Canada. The post Gravel Kits: Boeing 737 Dirt Runway Operation appeared first on SamChui.com.
Will Run For Miles
Video Walkthrough: Ocean View Suite at Thompson Playa Del Carmen Beach House
A nice suite with an oceanfront balcony at an upscale welcoming hotel makes me happy! The post Video Walkthrough: Ocean View Suite at Thompson Playa Del Carmen Beach House appeared first on Will Run For Miles.
Sam Chui
7 Fun Facts About Concorde
Many things set Concorde apart from other commercial jets. The post 7 Fun Facts About Concorde appeared first on SamChui.com.
Sam Chui
Black Friday Business Class Deals: US Cities To Europe From $1,039
For this Thanksgiving weekend, multiple airlines are currently offering discounted trans-Atlantic Business Class deals for travels from December onwards. I have found one of the lowest deals on some non-stop routes from the West Coast this time. Here are the deals from US cities to Europe categorized according to the...
Sam Chui
Boeing’s 737 MAX 10 Gets Approval To Start Certification Flights
The announcement puts Boeing one step closer to certifying its long-delayed higher-capacity 737 MAX 10. The post Boeing’s 737 MAX 10 Gets Approval To Start Certification Flights appeared first on SamChui.com.